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Data & methodology
Overall
B-
Matriculation C
Academics B
Extracurriculars B-
Community B
Reviews B
Welcome to the "Cotter Experience!" As a Cotter student, you will engage in rigorous academic study, faith-centered experiences, and personally enriching athletic and arts activities. We believe that learning and formation take place both in the classroom and beyond the classroom walls. Every person in our community works to create a truly outstanding educational experience for each student. Cotter Schools is a secondary boarding school with over twenty years' experience with English Language Learners located in the safe and friendly Midwest of America.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$50400
Enrollment
1010
International Students
0.07%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:13
Endowment
$15 millions
AP
17
Average SAT Score
1138
Average ACT Score
23.7
Class Size
18
Boarding %
0.04950495

Matriculation

(2020-2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#28 New York University 1 +
#34 University of California: San Diego 1 +
#38 University of California: Davis 1 +
#40 College of William and Mary 1 +
#42 University of Wisconsin-Madison 1 +
#49 Purdue University 1 +
#59 University of Maryland: College Park 1 +
#59 University of Washington 1 +
#63 Lawrence University 1 +
#63 St. Olaf College 1 +
#68 Indiana University Bloomington 1 +
#68 University of Minnesota: Twin Cities 1 +
#83 Marquette University 1 +
#93 University of San Diego 1 +
#100 Cornell College 1 +
#103 Creighton University 1 +
#107 Luther College 1 +
#111 St. Norbert College 1 +
#127 DePaul University 1 +
LAC #27 Macalester College 1 +
#136 Drake University 1 +
#136 University of Nebraska - Lincoln 1 +
#137 University of Central Florida 1 +
#139 University of St. Thomas 1 +
#151 Colorado State University 1 +
#182 Belmont University 1 +
#182 University of Rhode Island 1 +
#219 University of Maine 1 +
#250 University of Wisconsin-La Crosse 1 +
#285 North Dakota State University 1 +
#317 South Dakota State University 1 +
Augsburg University 1 +
Berklee College of Music 1 +
College of St. Scholastica 1 +
College of the Ozarks 1 +
Concordia College 1 +
Hamline University 1 +
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design 1 +
Minnesota State College - Southeast Technical 1 +
Minnesota State University Mankato 1 +
Northern State University 1 +
Northwest Iowa Community College 1 +
Parsons The New School for Design 1 +
Rochester Community and Technical College 1 +
Ryerson University 1 +
Saint Johns River State College 1 +
Saint Leo University 1 +
San Diego Mesa College 1 +
School of Visual Arts 1 +
South Central College 1 +
University of Manitoba 1 +
University of Minnesota: Duluth 1 +
University of Toronto 1 +
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 1 +
University of Wisconsin-Platteville 1 +
University of Wisconsin-River Falls 1 +
University of Wisconsin-Stout 1 +
University of Wisconsin-Superior 1 +
Viterbo University 1 +
Wartburg College 1 +
Western Technical College-La Crosse-WI 1 +
Winona State University 1 +
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Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2020-2023 2013-2016 2013-2015 Total
All schools 17 25 27
#4 University of Chicago 1 + 1
#4 Columbia University 1 + 1 + 2
#9 University of Pennsylvania 1 + 1
#12 Northwestern University 1 + 1 + 2
#15 Washington University in St. Louis 1 + 1
#15 Cornell University 1 + 1 + 2
#18 University of Notre Dame 1 + 1 + 2
#20 University of California: Berkeley 1 + 1
#21 Emory University 1 + 1 + 2
#21 Georgetown University 1 + 1 + 2
#23 Carnegie Mellon University 1 + 1 + 2
#23 University of California: Los Angeles 1 + 1
#23 University of Southern California 1 + 1
#26 University of Virginia 1 + 1 + 2
#28 New York University 1 + 1 + 2
#29 University of Michigan 1 + 1
#33 University of Rochester 1 + 1
#34 Brandeis University 1 + 1
#34 University of California: San Diego 1 + 1
#36 Georgia Institute of Technology 1 + 1 + 2
#38 University of California: Davis 1 + 1
#40 College of William and Mary 1 + 1
#41 Boston University 1 + 1 + 2
#41 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1 + 1 + 2
#42 University of Wisconsin-Madison 1 + 1 + 2
#47 Penn State University Park 1 + 1 + 2
#49 Purdue University 1 + 1 + 1 + 3
#52 Pepperdine University 1 + 1 + 2
#52 University of Texas at Austin 1 + 1
#59 University of Washington 1 + 1 + 1 + 3
#59 University of Maryland: College Park 1 + 1
#61 Syracuse University 1 + 1
#68 University of Minnesota: Twin Cities 1 + 1 + 2
#68 Indiana University Bloomington 1 + 1 + 1 + 3
#75 Michigan State University 1 + 1 + 2
#82 University of Iowa 1 + 1 + 2
#83 Marquette University 1 + 1 + 2
#93 University of San Diego 1 + 1
#99 Loyola University Chicago 1 + 1
#103 Creighton University 1 + 1
#127 DePaul University 1 + 1
#136 University of Nebraska - Lincoln 1 + 1
#136 Drake University 1 + 1
#139 University of St. Thomas 1 + 1
Matriculation
Ranking University/College 2020-2023 2013-2016 2013-2015 Total
All schools 1 0 1
#27 Macalester College 1 + 1 + 2

Academics

AP

(17)
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Physics B
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Physics B
English Language and Composition
English Literature and Composition
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
United States History
Spanish Language and Culture
Spanish Literature and Culture
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Sports

(9)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
American Football
Soccer
Softball
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
American Football
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(10)
Academic WorldQuest
Active Minds
Art Club
Bike Lab
Book Club
German Club
Academic WorldQuest
Active Minds
Art Club
Bike Lab
Book Club
German Club
National Honor Society (NHS)
Prayer Armies Knitting Group (Parmies)
Spanish Club
Student Council
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 7-12, PG
Rural
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1911
Campus Size: 45 acres
Boarding Rate: 0%
Religious Affiliation: Catholic

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Interview: Skype, On Campus, International Admission Visits, WeChat, Zoom, FaceTime
School Code:
TOEFL: 511
Recommended
5.0
Recommended

Frequently Ask Questions about Cotter Schools

Tell me a bit about Cotter Schools.
Cotter Schools is Co-ed private boarding school located in Minnesota, US. It was founded 1911 , and currently has about 1010 students, 0.07% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.cotterschools.org.
Does Cotter Schools have rigorous academic requirements?
Cotter Schools is offering 17 AP courses.

Where do Cotter Schools students typically go for their colleges?
In 2020-2023, some students attended New York University, University of California: San Diego, University of California: Davis, College of William and Mary and University of Wisconsin-Madison.
What is the application requirement for Cotter Schools?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Cotter Schools’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Cotter Schools’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for Cotter Schools in 2024 is $50,400 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@cotterschools.org .
Where is Cotter Schools located?
Cotter Schools is located in the State of Minnesota of USA.
How popular is Cotter Schools on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Cotter Schools is among the most popular schools, within top 282 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Cotter Schools has been favorited by 64 users.
How to start with an application with Cotter Schools?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Cotter Schools. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Cotter Schools’s official site: http://www.cotterschools.org or call them at 507-453-5102.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Cotter Schools?
The overall rating for Cotter Schools is B-.

The section ratings of Cotter Schools are:
C for Matriculation
B for Academics
B- for Extracurriculum
B for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

Minneapolis, located in Minnesota, forms the "Twin Cities" with nearby St. Paul. The city is known for its beautiful parks, lakes, and the scenic Mississippi River that runs through it. Minneapolis boasts a vibrant cultural scene, with landmarks such as the Walker Art Center, a renowned contemporary art museum, and the adjacent Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, home to the iconic "Spoonbridge and Cherry" by Claes Oldenburg. The city also features a thriving arts district, numerous theaters, and diverse dining options, making it a hub for creativity and outdoor recreation.

Population (2022) 382,605
Cost of Living Higher than average 0%

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